Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Viva Two, 5 Nights
About Danube River Cruise (Christmas Markets) — Viva Two, 5 Nights
A 5 Nights 6 Days Danube River cruise aboard the Viva Two. Fly from Istanbul and board the ship at the port of Vienna. The ship calls at Vienna, Dürnstein, Linz and Passau in that order, followed by a land stop in Prague. Itinerary summary: Day 1 Istanbul – Vienna; Day 2 Vienna; Day 3 Dürnstein; Day 4 Linz; Day 5 Passau; Day 6 Prague – Istanbul. Cabin options: Lower Deck Cabin (Category B) Lower Deck, Lower Deck Cabin (Category A) Lower Deck, Middle Deck Cabin (Category B) Middle Deck French Balcony, Middle Deck Cabin (Category A) Middle Deck French Balcony, Upper Deck Cabin (Category B) Upper Deck French Balcony, Upper Deck Cabin (Category A) Upper Deck French Balcony, Upper Deck Suite Cabin Suite Cabin. The cabin supplement is added according to the cabin you select when booking. Departure date: 15 December 2026. Prices start at €1.690 per person. Included in the price: Economy-class round-trip airfare with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Prague (PRG) – Istanbul (IST) route; 1 night Bed & Breakfast accommodation at a 4* hotel in Prague; All tours listed in the itinerary; Home-airport-home transfers; All alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks (including the bar and minibar); Ship staff gratuities (totaling 56 Euros per person).
Departure Dates
15 - 20 December 2026 — €1.690 (≈₺96.500)
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1 — Istanbul – Vienna
Flight from Istanbul; on arrival transfer to Vienna port, embarkation and settling into cabins. Dinner and overnight stay on board.
Day 2 — Vienna
Port call in Vienna. Sightseeing and free time during the day around Vienna State Opera and Hofburg Palace. Overnight on board.
Day 3 — Dürnstein
The ship docks at Dürnstein port at 14:00. Sightseeing around Austria's Wachau Valley and Melk Abbey, with free time during the day. Overnight stay on board.
Day 4 — Linz
The ship docks at the port of Linz at 06:00. Sightseeing around the Mirabell Gardens and free time during the day. Overnight on board.
Day 5 — Passau
Disembarkation from the ship after breakfast at Passau port, the program continues on land. Hotel accommodation.
Day 6 — Prague – Istanbul
Free time around Prague after breakfast (Loreta Church, Prague Castle Presidential Palace, St. Vitus Cathedral); transfer to the airport and return flight to Istanbul.
Places to Visit
Vienna
Dürnstein
Linz
Passau
Prague
What’s Included
Round-trip economy class flight tickets on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Prague (PRG) – Istanbul (IST) route with Turkish Airlines
1 night bed & breakfast accommodation in a 4* hotel in Prague
All tours included in the itinerary
Home-airport-home transfer
All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (including Bar and Minibar)
Ship crew gratuities (in the amount of 56 Euros per person)
Entertainment and activity package (Fitness Instructor and Turkish Music Band)
Airport taxes
Travel Health Insurance (Valid from the moment the trip begins outside Türkiye)
Airport transfers (Embarkation and disembarkation days)
Free Wi-Fi Internet
Onboard coffee & tea station and afternoon tea service
Welcome Cocktail
Captain's Gala Cocktail, Special Gala Menu
What’s Not Included
Visa fee and service charge
Domestic connecting flight ticket
City taxes (Totaling 50 Euros, to be collected in cash onboard by your guide)
Optional excursions organized by the ship or the guide
All kinds of personal expenses
Entrance fees to museums and archaeological sites not specified in included services
Driver tips 5-10 Euro / per person (optional)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days does the Danube River cruise with Viva Two take?
The tour is 5 nights and 6 days.
Which ports does the ship visit?
Vienna, Dürnstein, Linz, Passau, respectively.
Which ship operates this tour?
Aboard the Viva Two ship.
Where is the departure, and how is the transportation?
Fly from Istanbul to the port of Vienna to embark on the ship; return is also by plane.
What are the departure dates and how much does it cost?
Departure dates: 15 December 2026. Prices start from €1,690 per person.
What cabin types are available?
Lower Deck Cabin (Category B) Lower Deck (base price), Lower Deck Cabin (Category A) Lower Deck (+€50), Middle Deck Cabin (Category B) Middle Deck with French Balcony (+€350), Middle Deck Cabin (Category A) Middle Deck with French Balcony (+€400), Upper Deck Cabin (Category B) Upper Deck with French Balcony (+€450), Upper Deck Cabin (Category A) Upper Deck with French Balcony (+€500), Upper Deck Suite Cabin Suite Cabin (+€750). The difference is per person.
What is included in the price?
Round-trip economy-class airfare with Turkish Airlines on the Istanbul (IST) – Munich (MUC) // Prague (PRG) – Istanbul (IST) route; 1 night in a 4* hotel in Prague with Bed & Breakfast; All tours included in the program; Home-airport-home transfers; All alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages (including bar and minibar); Ship crew gratuities (56 Euro per person); Entertainment and activities package (sports instructor and Turkish music group); Airport taxes; Travel health insurance (valid from the time the trip begins outside Türkiye); Airport transfers (on embarkation and disembarkation days); Free Wi-Fi; Coffee and tea station and afternoon tea treats on board; Welcome Cocktail; Captain's Gala Cocktail and Gala Special Menu.
What is not included in the price?
Visa fee and service charge; domestic connecting flight ticket; city taxes (a total of 50 euros, to be collected in cash on board by your guide); optional excursions organised by the ship or guide; all personal expenses; admission fees to museums and archaeological sites not specified among the included services; driver tips of 5–10 euros per person (optional).
Is a visa required?
Since the itinerary calls at ports in the Schengen area, Turkish citizens travelling with an ordinary (burgundy) passport are required to obtain a Schengen visa. As the ship leaves the Schengen area and re-enters, the visa must be multiple-entry.